EPISODE · Dec 17, 2024 · 53 MIN
Afterlives: A Novel
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The provided Book is an excerpt from Abdulrazak Gurnah's novel, Afterlives, showcasing the narrative's opening chapters. The story follows multiple characters in colonial East Africa, exploring themes of identity, colonialism's lasting impact, and the complexities of relationships. The excerpt introduces Khalifa, who works for Indian bankers, and Ilyas, seeking work on a German sisal estate. Their intertwined narratives unfold against the backdrop of German colonial rule and the Maji Maji rebellion, highlighting the interwoven lives and legacies affected by this historical period. The excerpt also introduces Afiya, whose life is shaped by family and the societal expectations within her community, and her later experiences of love and loss.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Afterlives-Novel-Abdulrazak-Gurnah/dp/0593541898?&linkCode=ll1&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=886e1b2f02f3b7c3fc8e8c61c3fa1ee5&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/
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